Introduction to wellness and tourism

Pauline J. Sheldon, Robyn Bushell

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    Abstract

    This chapter introduces the concept of wellness tourism, the growth of the phenomenon, and the various types of related products. Shifts in travel demand patterns and the experiences and motivations of tourists engaging in wellness tourism are examined. The multidisciplinary roots and the various approaches and concepts that contribute to wellness tourism are analysed. The chapter reviews existing definitions of wellness tourism, proposing a comprehensive one, in addition to a basic typology of the concept. This is positioned in an interdisciplinary context, summarizing tourism-specific contributions from medicine, public health, psychology, sociology, business, marketing, and other disciplines. This chapter also introduces the book’s contents organized into three sections: the conceptual links between wellness and tourism, the constructs of wellness tourism, and its motivations and experiences.
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationWellness and Tourism: Mind, Body, Spirit, Place
    EditorsRobyn Bushell, Pauline J. Sheldon
    Place of PublicationU.S.
    PublisherCognizant Communication Corporation
    Pages3-18
    Number of pages16
    ISBN (Print)9781882345519
    Publication statusPublished - 2009

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